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Ethics/Professional Responsibility ProgramEthics LineWashington lawyers may call the Ethics Line (206-727-8284 or 800-945-WSBA ext. 8284) and speak with the professional responsibility counsel who will discuss the situation with the caller to help clarify the ethical issues involved so that the inquirer is able to make a decision consistent with the requirements of ethical behavior. Telephone inquiries concern all aspects of the Rules of Professional Conduct. Most lawyers call seeking help with questions about handling trust accounts, maintaining client confidences and secrets, avoiding client conflicts, problems caused by the termination of a lawyer's services, transference of client files and lawyer advertising. The Ethics Line operates during normal business hours Monday through Friday. If the number is busy, a caller may leave a detailed voice mail message. Every effort is made to return all calls within one business day. WSBA Ethics OpinionsThe Washington State Bar Association has a major responsibility for the ethical rules that form the standards of law practice in the state. The Rules of Professional Conduct (RPC), as approved and adopted by the Washington State Supreme Court, codify a strict, self-imposed standard. The Association also assists members in interpreting their ethical obligations by issuing opinions about specific issues from time to time. Many are the result of study and analysis in response to requests from individual WSBA members. They are posted online in a searchable database for the education of all members. To conduct a search, click here. Amended Rules of Professional Conduct (as of Sept. 1, 2007)On July 10, 2006 the Washington State Supreme Court voted to adopt revisions to the Rules of Professional Conduct (RPC). These revisions became effective on September 1, 2006. WSBA has published an unofficial version of these rules for the convenience of the membership. For the official version of the RPCs please see the Washington State Courts website or click here: Link to Official RPCs Printed, bound copies of this unofficial version of the RPCs are available for $5.00 each. To purchase a copy send a note stating the address to which you would like it mailed with a check for $5.00 to:
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